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Markus and Eben Sadie at Berry Bros April 2026
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Leading new-wave South African wine producer is looking to the future. A version of this article is published by the Financial Times. See also this vertical of Palladius, his outstanding...

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Spottswoode premises
Tasting articles Napa’s cool, late 2023 vintage resulted in well-balanced, expressive Sauvignon Blancs from top producers. Such as the notably environmentally conscious...
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Wine news in 5 Plus 1,500 alcohol-store closures in China and mining projects in the vineyard lands of New Zealand and Australia. Wildfires burn...
David Ramey
Free for all Missing buttery Meursault? Read on! A much shorter version of this article is published by the Financial Times. Californian Dave...
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Wine news in 5 Plus the latest wine-industry reports from Australia and the UK. Above, Buckwell Vineyard, Chapel Down's newest plantation, 119 ha (294...
West Coast chillable reds bottle line-up on tie-dye background
Tasting articles Red wines that fit the summer vibe. Should you forget that wine is supposed to be fun, something serious wine...
Matriarca wine bar
Nick on restaurants As Jancis monitored a recent family get-together in Portugal's Douro valley, Nick concentrated on what was on his plate. The...
Cortes de Cima team, credit Cortes de Cima / Joana Freitas
Tasting articles 20 don’t-miss wines to drink now. From canned bubbles to grand cru champagne, Etna rosato, Syrian Syrah, California Cabernet and...
Ridge Monte Bello vineyard
Tasting articles The secret is out on these hidden gems, some of the best California Cabernet on the market today. Thanks to...
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Wine news in 5 Plus tariff lawsuits, US-made alcohol in Canada and the effect of immigration raids on the wine industry. Update on Trump’s...
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Wine news in 5 Plus a change in Sweden that will allow wine producers to sell direct to customers for the first time in...
Cavalli estate South Africa
Free for all The world's most popular white wine grape has undergone a revolution. A shorter version of this article is published by...
Domaine Serene
Tasting articles Nineteen standouts from the last month of tastings, from Argentina to Wales and many places in between. Two wines from...
Au Bon Climat harvest 2023 team photo
Tasting articles Highlights from the Loire and Côte d'Or, alongside old favourites and newer names from the West Coast. The team at...
Stephanie and Brian Terrizzi of Giornata
Wines of the week An Italianate white that feels like it was made to go with all of spring's bounty. From $25, £21.25. Above...
Ted and Heidi Lemon with their first harvest at Littorai
Tasting articles A look back – and forward – at one of Sonoma's most respected, conscientious winemakers. One of California’s most thoughtful...
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Wine news in 5 Plus, more changes at the Duckhorn Portfolio, and an update on 2024 bordeaux en primeur. Above, Château Cheval Blanc. Hi...
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